PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate)

Chemical Formula(C₁₀H₈O₄)ₙ
CAS Number25038-59-9

Description

Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) is a strong, lightweight, recyclable polyester used in bottles, food packaging, and textile fibres.

Physical Properties

Appearance: Transparent glassy granules Density: 1.38 g/cm³ Intrinsic viscosity: 0.72–0.84 dL/g Melting point: 245–260°C Food-contact approved grades

Industrial Applications

• Beverage bottles (water, soft drinks) • Food packaging trays • Polyester fibres (clothing, carpets) • Films (X-ray, packaging) • Engineering parts • 3D printing filament

Quality & Standards

REACH compliant. Documentation: TDS, SDS, certificates of analysis available on request. Quality meets industrial specifications.

Delivery Terms

Direct supply from manufacturing facilities to customer site. Incoterms 2020: EXW, FCA, DAP, CPT. Standard lead time 5–10 business days within Europe and beyond.

Safety & Handling

Not classified as dangerous goods. Processing requires drying to prevent hydrolysis.

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